2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo S60 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mini | Volvo |
| Model | Cooper | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
